Chromium Carbide Thermal Spray Wire
Continuous wire form of chromium carbide composite (60% Cr3C2 in nickel-chromium matrix) for HVOF thermal spraying. The primary chromium carbide component qualifies it under HTS 2849.90.20.00 when chemically defined. Used to create wear-resistant coatings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If predominantly nickel-chromium wire without specified carbide
Alloy wires of base metals fall in Chapter 72 if not specified as carbides.
If cored wire for welding electrodes
Welding/cored wires are classified in 8311 regardless of filler.
If supplied as ready-to-spray suspension
Liquid preparations for spraying are chemical mixtures of 3824.
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• Submit detailed alloy composition; matrix metal content affects classification
• Classify based on predominant carbide function, not metal binder
• Provide end-use statement for coatings to avoid tool classification
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